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Kevin Byard called this game a measuring stick for the New England Patriots this week, and he's right. Sitting at 5-3, the Patriots are right in the thick of things when it comes to the NFL playoff push here in November.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / November 7

Patriots Players, Coaches Remember Rob Gronkowski Ahead of HOF Induction

Kevin Byard remembers the game well. It was the New England Patriots and Tennessee Titans in the 2017 AFC Divisional game at Gillette Stadium. Byard, then just a second-year player in a upstart Tennessee secondary, can recall lining up against Rob Gronkowski all night long.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / November 2

Kevin Byard Finally Nabs Important First Patriots Interception in Win

Last year with the Chicago Bears, Kevin Byard led the NFL with seven interceptions. Through seven games with the New England Patriots, the veteran safety hadn't grabbed one.

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The 'Last 30-rush game by NFL team' quiz

How many of the most recent running backs to reach the 30-carry threshold in a single game for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The '100-yard, 1-rushing TD games' quiz

The 'Rushing-TD champions since 1990' quiz

The 'NFL rushing champions' quiz

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 24

Kevin Byard believes in Chicago Bears’ secondary vision

After two years, the Chicago Bears decided to move on from safety Kevin Byard. However, he has been paying close attention to what the franchise is building.

NFL News / Yardbarker

Ranking the quarterback history of every NFL franchise

Quarterback is the most important position for an NFL team. That wasn’t always the case, but it has been the case for, you know, 50 years at this point essentially.

NFL News / ChiCitySports / October 22

Kevin Byard sizes up Bears’ Caleb Williams before Soldier Field return

From 2024-2025, safety Kevin Byard was a leader of the Chicago Bears defense, being named to the Pro Bowl in year two. But in Week 7 of the 2026 season, Byard will be facing off against his old franchise.

New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / October 21

Kevin Byard’s Homecoming: Veteran Safety Hands Patriots the Scouting Blueprint on Bears

When the New England Patriots take on the Chicago Bears on Thursday, the game will be a homecoming for safety Kevin Byard, who led the NFL in interceptions last season as the veteran leader of Chicago’s secondary.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 21

Former Bears star Kevin Byard III has words for Ben Johnson

Kevin Byard III played under Ben Johnson with the Chicago Bears last season. He left in free agency and signed with the New England Patriots in March. The safety knows the second-year head coach’s well, and he shared his thoughts on what he expects when the two teams meet on Thursday, Byard’s departure left Chicago with a big hole at his position.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 21

Kevin Byard Commands Attention of Caleb Williams and Bears Offense

Oh yes, Caleb Williams went there. The Bears quarterback brought up the age of 33-year-old Patriots safety Kevin Byard, his former Bears teammate. “Being able to go versus him in practice for two years; I mean he's a super savvy vet," Williams said Tuesday after practice.

New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 20

Patriots’ Kevin Byard is prepared for Ben Johnson’s shenanigans on TNF

The New England Patriots are quite shorthanded on offense following Sunday’s 26-19 victory versus the New York Jets, and they only have a couple days to prepare for a road matchup against the Chicago Bears.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The greatest return man for every NFL franchise

From Billy "White Shoes" Johnson to Deion Sanders to Devin Hester, here are the greatest return men for each of the NFL's 32 teams.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 7

Pats' Byard expands on Vrabel's use of Iverson clip before Bills game

Patriots' Kevin Byard III expands on Mike Vrabel's use of Allen Iverson clip before Bills game

The Patriots were coming off a 35-6 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sept. 27.

Mike Vrabel used Allen Iverson clip to motivate Drake Maye, Patriots before win over Bills

Report hints Patriots had this big concern about Drake Maye before Bills game

The 'Super Bowl coaches since 2000' quiz

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / September 4

Teammate predicts if Gonzalez will play vs. Seahawks without an extension

Teammate predicts if Christian Gonzalez will play for Patriots vs. Seahawks without a contract extension

Gonzalez raised eyebrows when he admitted that he is "still frustrated" about the fact that he has two years remaining on his existing contract.

Frustrated Christian Gonzalez reacts to 'trash' contract offer narrative

Patriots' Mike Vrabel responds to new Dianna Russini report, shares Christian Gonzalez Week 1 update

Patriots icon warns team about handling of Christian Gonzalez contract saga

The '5+ 1K-receiving-yard NFL seasons' quiz

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The 'Last 30-rush game by NFL team' quiz

The '150-Rec.-Yard NFL teammates' quiz

The 'Most NFL QB rushing-TDs' quiz

The 'Most CFP Top-25 appearances' quiz

New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 24

Kevin Byard just dubbed Patriots’ Christian Gonzalez the GOAT of contract disputes

The New England Patriots welcomed star cornerback Christian Gonzalez back to the practice field on Monday as the team prepares to defend its AFC crown.

New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / August 20

Reach for the Sky! Veteran Byard Challenges Patriots Secondary for Greatness

Good is not good enough for the New England Patriots defensive secondary. Just ask their leader, the most accomplished guy in the bunch, three-time All-Pro safety Kevin Byard.

New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / July 17

National Football League players show Kevin Byard the respect he has earned

The New England Patriots players have bought into safety Kevin Byard. It took no time for the free-agent pickup from the Chicago Bears to earn the trust of his new mates.

New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / July 16

Kevin Byard Snubbed in ESPN Safety Rankings as Patriots Bank on Bounce-Back

Was it a dose of reality for New England Patriots fans or a major slight by the coaches, executives, and scouts of the National Football League? The final installment from ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler in his annual summer series ranked the safeties in the league.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 16

AFC Notes: Kevin Byard, Keon Coleman, James Cook, Bills, Patriots

Bills Bills WR Keon Coleman told ESPN that he isn’t concerned about any criticism, especially if it isn’t coming from someone across from him on the field.

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 14

Pats' Kevin Byard III compares A.J. Brown to superstar NFL receiver

Patriots' Kevin Byard III compares A.J. Brown to superstar NFL receiver

Byard previously shared locker rooms with Brown during stints with the Tennessee Titans and the Philadelphia Eagles.

Stefon Diggs' recent production supports his bold statement

Analyst sounds new alarms about Vikings' Kyler Murray amid J.J. McCarthy competition

Does a Josh Allen-Stefon Diggs reunion make sense for Bills?

The 'Season-receiving leaders by NFL team' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / May 13

Has Kevin Byard III talked with Eagles' A.J. Brown about possible trade to Patriots?

Byard has made it known he wants Brown to join him in New England. Have the former teammates spoken about a potential trade?

More Patriots players break silence about Mike Vrabel amid Dianna Russini controversy

Eagles' A.J. Brown linked with three teams other than the Patriots amid trade rumors

Troy Aikman makes strong statement about Eagles' Jalen Hurts after bombshell reports

The 'Most 100-yard, 1-TD catch NFL games leaders' quiz

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / May 14

More Pats players break silence about Vrabel amid Russini controversy

More Patriots players break silence about Mike Vrabel amid Dianna Russini controversy

Pictures surfaced of Vrabel and Russini, who are married to other people, spending time together at an Arizona resort in late March.

NFL executives share gloomy outlook for Patriots amid Mike Vrabel, Dianna Russini controversy

Patriots star is done with 'false' statements on Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini

Patriots' Romeo Doubs reacts to ongoing trade rumors involving Eagles' A.J. Brown

The 'Super Bowl losing coaches' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 16

Pats' Byard sends clear message to Eagles' Brown amid trade rumors

Patriots' Kevin Byard sends clear message to Eagles' A.J. Brown amid trade rumors

Numerous reports and rumors have indicated that it is a matter of when and not if Eagles GM Howie Roseman will trade Brown to the Patriots.

Eagles' Howie Roseman may not trade A.J. Brown under one condition

Eagles' Howie Roseman refuses to say this about A.J. Brown trade rumors

Insider shares why some within Eagles aren't concerned about losing A.J. Brown in potential trade

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

The 'Most 100-yard, 1-TD catch NFL games leaders' quiz

Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / March 12

2026 NFL free-agency winners, losers: Trey Hendrickson finally gets what he wants, Eagles keep losing

The Eagles can't catch a break this offseason.

Eagles shouldn't panic because of free-agency losses

Could Patriots still trade for A.J. Brown after agreeing to sign Romeo Doubs?

Veteran safety Kevin Byard will bring key skill to Patriots defense

Cowboys solve their defensive tackle logjam problem with trade to NFC rival

Cowboys costing themselves financially with Brandon Aubrey 'waiting pattern'

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 11

Veteran safety Kevin Byard will bring key skill to Patriots defense

A loss for one 2025 contender becomes a gain for another.

Report: Kirk Cousins could land with interesting team

Steelers get intriguing update on Aaron Rodgers' future in Pittsburgh

Caleb Williams had an intriguing response to the Maxx Crosby trade falling through

Ravens reportedly feel this way about abandoned trade for Raiders' Maxx Crosby

The 25 greatest NFL players who never made a Pro Bowl

The 'NFL season passing leader by team' quiz

Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / January 20

All-Pro safety sends Bears message with free agency looming

All-Pro safety Kevin Byard III sends Bears message with free agency looming

Byard spent the past two campaigns with the Bears, and he led the NFL this past regular season with seven interceptions.

Ben Johnson reflects on 'ridiculous' Caleb Williams play after Bears' loss to Rams

Bears HC Ben Johnson considered risky move in loss to Rams

Caleb Williams assigns blame for Bears' brutal overtime loss to Rams

The most significant worst-to-first NFL teams

The 'Active NFL rushing TD leaders' quiz

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / May 23, 2025

Kevin Byard doesn’t hold back on Chicago Bears extension hopes

Safety Kevin Byard made strong impression on the Chicago Bears during his 2024 debut. He’s once again expected to be a secondary leader in 2025. But once the season is through Byard’s future with the Bears gets a bit murky.